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officer of the watch

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Description

Officers of the watch lead the navigation of the operational level. Handle cargo and stowage tasks as well as control the operation of the ship. At the operational level, they take care for persons on board.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

guidance, navigation and controlcargo industry

Practical Skills

manage cargo handlingimplement cost-effective cargo handling strategies on shipswatch for maritime navigation aidssupervise loading of cargostand watch on vesselmanage vessel cargo activitiesmaintain safe navigation watchescoordinate cargo handlingsupervise crewperform lookout duties during maritime operationsensure smooth on board operationsmonitor the discharge of cargostay alertoversee shipment routingsupervise movement of crewcoordinate the ship crewoversee arrival and departure of ships into port

Data Source: ESCO v1.2.1 Classification · European Commission

Supported by

EUPortugal GovAmadora City

Incubated by

Amadora InovaIAPMEI

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